Serif Normal Yigu 6 is a very light, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, invitations, branding, refined, literary, classical, formal, airy, elegant text, classic reading, formal tone, editorial clarity, bracketed, hairline, delicate, crisp, calligraphic.
A delicate text serif with pronounced stroke contrast and fine hairline serifs. The serifs are small and bracketed, with tapered terminals that keep the overall texture light and crisp on the page. Proportions lean elegant rather than sturdy: capitals are stately with ample inner space, while the lowercase shows compact counters and a relatively low, understated x-height. Curves are smoothly drawn and the joins feel measured, producing an even rhythm despite the thin horizontals and sharp transitions typical of high-contrast construction.
Well-suited to editorial and literary work such as books, magazines, and long-form reading where an elegant, high-contrast serif is desired. It also fits formal applications like invitations and refined branding, particularly when paired with generous leading and careful typesetting to preserve its light details.
The overall tone is refined and literary, with a classical, bookish demeanor. Its airy color and precise detailing suggest sophistication and restraint, leaning toward formal editorial typography rather than casual or utilitarian settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional reading experience with a more elegant, airy color than heavier oldstyle book faces. Its high-contrast drawing and fine serifs prioritize sophistication and typographic finesse for composed text and formal display moments.
In the sample text, the thin serifs and hairline cross-strokes create a light, sparkling texture, especially in mixed-case passages. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with slender spines and clean, understated finishing details that match the letters.